Franklin High School vs Mercer International Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin High School
Seattle · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,277 students
Mercer International Middle School
Seattle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
753 students
| Measure | Franklin High School Seattle, Washington | Mercer International Middle School Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #148 of 333 | #108 of 363 |
| National rank | #6724 of 16,910 | #4462 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,277 | 753 |
| Enrollment | 1,277 | 753 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.2% | 59.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 61% |
| city | Seattle | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mercer International Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.6 vs 56.3).
- •Mercer International Middle School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 54%).
- •Mercer International Middle School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 70%).
- •Franklin High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.2% vs 59.8%).
- •Mercer International Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 19.6).
- •Franklin High School is the larger school with 1,277 students compared with 753.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Franklin High School better than Mercer International Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Mercer International Middle School ranks higher (64.6 vs 56.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Franklin High School and Mercer International Middle School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Seattle and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin High School: 1,277. Mercer International Middle School: 753. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin High School and Mercer International Middle School rank in Washington?
Franklin High School is 148th of 333 and Mercer International Middle School is 108th of 363 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).